Chandigarh, March 17 -- Setting the stage for a high-stakes electoral battle in Punjab, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday announced the polling dates for the much-anticipated 2024 general elections - triggering the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct across all the states and UTs, including Punjab. With all 13 constituencies in Punjab scheduled to go to the polls on June 1 in the seventh and the final phase, the announcement heralds the beginning of a crucial phase in the democratic process, followed by counting three days after on June 4, marking the culmination of the months-long electoral exercise.
Punjab, a state known for its vibrant political landscape and active citizenry, is gearing up for a multi-cornered con...